Posted on 03/26/2010 7:19:22 AM PDT by Eagles2003
PHILADELPHIA (AP)—Teams interested in acquiring Donovan McNabb(notes) will have to part with a high draft pick to get him.
A person familiar with trade discussions involving McNabb told the Associated Press the Philadelphia Eagles will only consider a deal for the six-time Pro Bowl quarterback if it includes a pick among the top 42 in next month’s NFL draft.
The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity Thursday because the team doesn’t comment on potential trades.
After months of saying McNabb would return for another year, Eagles coach Andy Reid acknowledged Wednesday he was listening to offers for McNabb, Kevin Kolb(notes) and Michael Vick(notes).
Oakland, Buffalo and St. Louis are considered to be most interested in McNabb.
Each team has two picks in the top 42. It’s unlikely any of those teams would give up a first-round pick for McNabb. The Rams have the first overall selection, the Raiders pick eighth and the Bills are ninth. In the second round, however, the Rams have the 33rd pick, Raiders are 39th and Bills are 41st.
A rumored deal that would’ve sent McNabb to St. Louis for the 33rd pick and safety Oshiomoghe Atogwe was strongly denied by several Rams officials, including coach Steve Spagnuolo.
The Raiders are now considered the front-runner for McNabb if a deal is made.
It’s still possible the Eagles would accept a pick outside the top 42 if a team sweetened the offer with other picks and/or players. McNabb is expendable because he’s entering the final season of his contract and Kolb is considered the quarterback of the future. (excerpted)
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It’s no fun playing against an unchallenging team.............
touche!
Like you, I like a competitive game. Here’s to a new season.
Remember when the Cardinals were in the NFC East?..............
Yep, the doormats of the NFC East. You could just about bank two wins for any NFC East team playing them.
East, West, North, South, Central.................etc...........
Why would anyone trade a top pick for the second string quarterback?
We shall see what shakes out. If a team thinks they only need a QB, he could be a good fit. However, he would need to work on his accuracy.
What are the Cowboy plans for getting a quarterback?
McNabb’s interceptions have always been low. Check it out.
What is it with the Eagles? This man has nothing but win. Why are they dumping him?
No doubt, I was referring to the poor(?) decisions that led to many of them.
We’re ok with Romo, but I don’t understand the disenchantment with McNabb. He’s still very good.
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